What does phosphorous mean?
Phosphorous means (chemistry) Of or pertaining to phosphorus..
Phosphorous
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(chemistry) Of or pertaining to phosphorus..
Definitions by Sense
- (chemistry) Of or pertaining to phosphorus.
- Resembling phosphorus.
- (chemistry) Of, relating to, or containing trivalent phosphorus.
- (proscribed) Misspelling of phosphorus.
Example Sentences
As a former civilian resident of west Beirut, bombed with American-made phosphorous and cluster bombs by the Israelis, I am outraged by this.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for phosphorous?
Common synonyms include phosphoric.
What is the opposite of phosphorous?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use phosphorous in a sentence?
As a former civilian resident of west Beirut, bombed with American-made phosphorous and cluster bombs by the Israelis, I am outraged by this.
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